Description
Strawberry Sweet Tea is the ultimate Southern summer beverage. Made with black tea, fresh strawberries, and just the right amount of sweetness, this fruity iced tea is a refreshing drink perfect for parties, picnics, or porch-sipping. Learn how to make the best strawberry sweet tea with our easy recipe, complete with tips and storage advice.
Ingredients
2 cups fresh strawberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water (for syrup)
4 cups water (for tea)
4 to 6 black tea bags
1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
ice, for serving
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, sugar, and 1 cup water. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, gently mashing berries with a spoon as they cook.
Notes
For a naturally sweetened version, substitute sugar with honey or maple syrup to taste.
Adjust tea strength by steeping longer or adding more tea bags for a bolder flavor.
For a lemonade twist, replace half the water with lemon juice and reduce sugar slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0